Description Salary: £13.69 - £14.36 per hour (plus 10% for standby and callouts) Hours per week: Casual zero hours Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received. Highway and Transport – Enhancing Lives, Building Communities The council is looking for experienced staff to support the sensitive task of collecting and transporting loved ones. When a death occurs in the community a number of services are involved. One such service is provided by the council which involves collecting a patient and ensuring families are informed of how loved ones are to be cared for until collected by a funeral director from a council facility or hospital. In this crucial role, you will assist with collection of patients from a range of scenarios and locations, which sometimes may be distressing, from the North of the County. Further responsibilities include supporting with administration and the processing of the deceased in line with strict legislation and follow process for chain of custody, paperwork and deceased identification. You will also be required to drive a council vehicle and maintain it in a clean and professional manner. Chippenham is the operational centre for this role. Full training and support will be provided in addition to Personal Protective Equipment. We are looking for a caring and empathetic candidate with experience of providing advice and guidance in a stressful environment. You will take pride in your appearance ensuring that you are always professional. You will need to have a good level of physical fitness, as the role can involve heavy lifting and You will need to have a valid driver’s licence, good paperwork skills and a caring nature. As a casual worker, you'll have no fixed hours and will work on an as-needed basis, depending on Wiltshire Council's requirements and your availability. You are not obligated to be available, and the Council is not obliged to offer you work. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity. The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact Simon Rowe, Operations Resilience Manager, at Simon.rowewiltshire.gov.uk. This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer Application process Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you